Tax Manager

Albany Executive Recruitment; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Auckland is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to manage tax compliance and advisory services. Responsibilities include timely filing of tax returns and acting as the primary contact with IRD. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5 years of experience in tax advisory, strong knowledge of NZ legislation and proficiency in relevant tools. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly wellbeing allowance

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in tax advisory and compliance, preferably in public practice.
• Strong knowledge of NZ tax legislation and IRD systems.
• Expertise in reconciling IRD accounts and tax anomalies.

Responsibilities

• Manage accurate tax compliance and timely filing of all tax returns.
• Act as primary contact with IRD, resolve queries and manage audits.
• Provide technical guidance to accounting staff.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Analytical Ability

Clear Communication

Detail Orientation

Proficiency in Xero

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Chartered Accountant (CAANZ)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Word

Job description

Work for a leading accounting firm in the CBD to provide tax advisory and compliance services. Supportive team, hybrid options, competitive salary!

Overview

They are looking for an experienced and proactive Tax Manager to lead and manage their tax compliance and advisory services. This role plays a critical part in client service delivery, internal efficiency, and maintaining their reputation for excellence in tax management.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Filing: Manage accurate and timely filing of all tax returns: Income Tax, GST, FBT, PAYE, CRS; Oversee IR23 declarations, LTC elections, name change notifications, voluntary disclosures, and remission requests
• IRD Relationship & Communication: Act as the primary contact with IRD; resolve queries, initiate transfers, manage instalment arrangements, and respond to audits or reviews; Keep the team and directors informed on compliance statistics and relevant regulatory updates
• Tax Agency & Account Management: Maintain the firm’s tax agency list including client linking/delinking post-AML checks; Reconcile client tax accounts with IRD records; Oversee the timely issuing of tax payment reminders; Manage ACC agency access and queries
• Client & Team Support: Respond to client tax queries and provide technical guidance to accounting staff; Oversee the work of the Tax Administrator; Maintain current knowledge of NZ tax law

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Chartered Accountant (CAANZ)
• 5 years' experience in tax advisory and compliance, preferably in a public practice environment
• Strong knowledge of NZ tax legislation and IRD systems
• Proven experience with Income Tax, GST, FBT, PAYE compliance
• Expertise in reconciling IRD accounts, tax anomalies, and credit/payment issues
• High attention to detail, analytical ability and time management
• Clear communication skills
• Proficiency with Xero, Excel and Word

On Offer

• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Exposure to diverse clients and interesting technical work
• Modern offices on Queen St, close to public transport
• Staff benefits include a quarterly wellbeing allowance and a day off on Accountant’s Day
• Flexible work arrangements; Work from home 1-2 days per week after 2 months

Ready to bring your tax expertise into a dynamic and supportive environment? This is a great opportunity for a sharp, experienced professional to utilise their NZ accounting knowledge for a forward thinking organisation who value their staff.